Jonnie's Goodguys - #DoGoodStuff
Who is Jonnie?
Jonathan Miller is the Original Goodguy.
For most of us, he came into our world in 1990-93, when he marched with Star of Indiana Drum & Bugle Corps. The drum corps activity has a way of turning friends into family and Jonathan is family to many.
In November 2005, Jon collapsed at work and was unresponsive. Medics were called and a co-worker tried to resuscitate him. Not knowing what was really wrong, they rushed him to the ER. Doctors tried everything but could not bring him back. An autopsy later revealed a dissected Aorta, that lead to cardiac tamponade as cause of death. Even if Jon had been in the ER on monitors when he dissected, he still would have only had a 50/50 chance of survival. He was 33, happily married, and absolutely giddy over his 6 month old daughter.
Jonnie is our motivation, drive, and inspiration.
Who are Goodguys?
Goodguys are here to #DoGoodStuff!
Shortly before Jon's passing, he and his wife had signed up for the Mini Marathon in Indianapolis. Three years prior, they had run the same race, where Jon surprised Amy with a proposal at the finish line. Not wanting her to go it alone this time, at Jon's memorial service, one of his sisters started recruiting people to run with Amy. The team of runners & walkers chose the name Jonnie's Goodguys, taking inspiration from a favorite college T-shirt of Jon's.
For the first few years, Goodguys rallied every May to run the Mini/5k. Then one Fall, just to spice things up, 4 runners ran a Marathon Relay to raise some funds for The Marfan Foundation. This got one Goodguy thinking about other running events, and how to use them as way to promote advocacy and fundraise.
Eventually, the Goodguys' running efforts started to turn a few heads, and a well timed article brought a generous individual to assist with the challenge of obtaining an official 501c3 designation.
While there may not be many "runners" on the team anymore, the mission is still the same...we are not letting you go alone. And we are going to educate every step of the way.
Jonnie's Goodguys - 2006
Drum Corps scholarship & Fundraiser
2025 Scholarship Application info
2025 Scholarship Application info
Applicants are asked to complete an initial online application.
Phase 2 will consist of phone/video interviews.
Finalists will be chosen by committee & asked to complete projects that align with our "educate & advocate" mission.
Rubric scoring will determine the value of scholarship up to $1000 toward 2025 corps dues.
2024 Finals Week Fundraiser
2025 Scholarship Application info
A Company Front size wall of sound "Thank you" to our sponsors, our vendors, our volunteers, and our Drum Corps Family & Friends, old and new!
Your generosity is outstanding!
See you in August, if not before!
Fundraiser sponsorship
Fundraiser sponsorship
We are looking for official sponsors for our 2025 Drum Corps Scholarship Fundraiser!
We are putting together sponsorship levels to help defray operating costs.
Please send us a message below if you or someone you know may be interested in financial support.
Volunteer info
Fundraiser sponsorship
There are opportunities to volunteer at our annual Drum Corps Scholarship Fundraiser.
Please send us a message below if you are interested.
It's Drum Corps, we give hugs!
What is Drum Corps?
Why do we award scholarships?
Drum & Bugle Corps is a marching music activity that has roots in military and parade units.
These groups tour the U.S during the summer months and perform in field competitions.
When they are not competing, members can rehearse up to 12 hours a day.
Our Drum Corps athletes pay dues and tour fees for this life-forming experience.
Why do we award scholarships?
Why do we award scholarships?
Drum Corps is what brought us all together. It has helped shape who we are as individuals and who we have chosen as a family.
Our scholarship efforts serve two purposes:
-We get to help others have the same experience we did, so that they may find their Jon and their extended family.
-We get to exponentially boost our mission of education and advocacy every year with fresh faces.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Amy Miller-Reusze
Chairman Emeritus
Ed Cooning IV
President
Alden Blaho
Vice President
Andi Solero
Secretary
Jessie Meranda
Treasurer
Heather Gazvoda
Board member
Jessica Knopp, MD
Medical Advisor